Yarn Pulling Out

The yarn pulling out is frustrating but usually has simple fixes:

Primary Cause: Insufficient Pressure

The #1 reason is not pushing hard enough. You need firm, consistent pressure throughout the entire stroke.

Other Common Issues

• Loose fabric tension: Fabric should be "drum tight"
• Wrong yarn thickness: Too thin won't grip properly
• Poor quality backing: Cheap cloth won't hold yarn well
• Incorrect speed: Going too fast before mastering pressure

Solutions

1. Push harder - This solves 90% of cases
2. Tighten your frame - Fabric should bounce a coin
3. Use appropriate yarn - 2-3 strands minimum
4. Slow down - Master pressure before increasing speed
5. Upgrade backing cloth - Primary tufting cloth holds best

Remember: It takes practice to develop the right pressure technique.